Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 17 at 1:43PM MDT until May 17 at 2:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 12:43pm
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
At 143 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Meeker, or 32 miles southwest of Craig, moving east
at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
Locations impacted include...
Axial.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Heavy rainfall may hide this tornado. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description:
Moffat, CO; Rio Blanco, CO
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Junction CO
Sender: